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FG56 VTF

2006 BMW R1200

Black Petrol 1170cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2014
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,690 mi
Last recorded20,690 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2013
Typical for 2006 BMW R120025,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG56 VTF
MakeBMW
ModelR1200
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,170cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 2 Jan 2013 20,690 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

slightly binding front brake

Pass 10 Jan 2012 18,198 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 14,438 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 9,777 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1200?

Based on 133,237 MOT tests across 17,003 vehicles.

93.4%
Pass Rate
1,746
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
17,003
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 461
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 278
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 261
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 139
Headlamp aim too high 121
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FG56 VTF is a 2006 BMW R1200 in Black with a 1,170cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2006 BMW R1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 25,586 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 461 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG56 VTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this BMW R1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG56 VTF registered?

FG56 VTF is a 2006 BMW R1200, first registered on 23 December 2006.

Is FG56 VTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG56 VTF shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FG56 VTF have outstanding finance?

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